# Pope Francis is expected to delight Catholics all over the world during Easter celebrations at the Vatican today, just weeks after he was fighting for his life in hospital while suffering from pneumonia. The ailing 88-year-old pontiff has been recovering from his health ordeal since leaving hospital on 23 March, having spent 38 days receiving treatment. He is expected to deliver the “Urbi et Orbi” benediction from a balcony overlooking Saint Peter’s Square from midday in what is the most important Christian celebration.
Ailing Pope Francis is expected at Easter celebrations at the Vatican today